Golf is a relatively new sport in Rhodes, since the completion of the Afantou Golf course, in the 70’s. There are three clubs that promote the sport with athletes of all ages, gaining achievements at national and international level.
The facility is located in the Afantou area, adjacent to one of the most beautiful and organized beaches on the island. It’s 15km from the Diagoras International Airport and 19km from Rhodes town.
The course was designed by the famous Golf course designer Charantin Donald, and had the following features:
- 18 holes, par 74, 6,210km length (championship tees) 6 par 5, 4 par 3.
- Practice facilities with putting green and chipping area.
- The trees, mainly olive trees, the greens and the fergoueis retain their natural colouring, all year round.
- Clubs, caddys, cars and balls are available for rent at a reasonable price.
- The facility offers locker rooms, showers, WC, and a refreshment area.
- It’s open all year round, 7 days a week from 7 a.m. until one hour after sunset .
Blue skies, sunshine and temperatures ranging from 10C to 32C annually, makes the course suitable for playing, all year round.
A short distance from the course there are hotels of various categories, attractions, restaurants, taverns and the traditional village of Afantou.
Major Events
- On a yearly basis the Pro Am PGA and Afantou Pro Am PGA Tournaments are organised, NatWest Island Games XII Rhodes 2007 (www.rhodes2007.info).